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USER'S
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Treadmills
Designed and engineered in Canada
Bodyguard, cardiovascular exercise
machine manufacturer since 1969

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  • Page 1 USER’S INSTRUCTION MANUAL Treadmills Designed and engineered in Canada Bodyguard, cardiovascular exercise machine manufacturer since 1969...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS   THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A BODYGUARD FITNESS TREADMILL ............5     OPERATING YOUR TREADMILL ......................... 8     1.1. GETTING TO KNOW THE COMPUTER DISPLAY MONITOR ..................8     1.1.1. T240S ..................................8  ...
  • Page 4 TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL     3.16. T RACK PROGRAM .................................34     3.17. R UNNER’S INTERVALS PROGRAM ..........................34     3.18. T URBO TRAINING PROGRAM............................35     3.19. L EARN PROGRAMS / CUSTOM PROGRAMS) ......................35     3.20. M EMORY PROGRAMS ..............................35  ...

  • Page 5: Thank You For Purchasing A Bodyguard Fitness Treadmill

    Dealer Phone Number Please fill out the warranty registration card and return it to Bodyguard Fitness within 30 days of the date of purchase for registration of your treadmill warranty. Your returned warranty registration card is important in helping us keep you up-to- date with all the latest treadmill product additions.
  • Page 6 The rating of the new power cord must be 15 amps (125 volts AC). o For the International version of these treadmills, note that the power cord to be used for replacement must be rated 10 amps minimum (250 Volts AC) and must be at least 2.5 meters (or 8 feet) long.
  • Page 7 TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL Know Your Heart Rate To determine your recommended heart rate level and help select the correct type of exercise program you wish to follow, see the graphic below. An approximate of your maximum heart rate (MHR) is calculated as follows: MHR = 220 – Age.

  • Page 8: Operating Your Treadmill

    The treadmills come with a magnetic safety key. The key’s magnet must be inserted in the appropriate slot in the console for the treadmill to be functional. For security purposes, make sure you attach the key’s clip to your clothes before starting to exercise.

  • Page 9: T240P-T240C-T300-T500

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 1.1.2. T240P-T240C-T300-T500 The computer display monitor features a main screen comprising a 20 x 13 dots central matrix to display exercise profiles, information windows showing the parameters of the exercise under way and a message center at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 10: T460Xc

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 1.1.3. T460XC The computer display monitor features two white LED windows for data display, a main screen comprising a 20 x 13 dot central matrix to display exercise profiles, information windows showing the parameters of the exercise under way and a message center at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 11: Console And Parameters Glossary

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL Every exercise program begins on the left-hand side of the screen and ends when it has reached the right-hand side of the screen. A flashing dot shows your progress in the program. As the speed and incline increases, the profile moves towards the top of the screen.
  • Page 12 TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL PROGRAM QUICK KEYS. These 3 keys allow you to quickly access the program category of your choice. From left to right the first button leads you to a series of general programs; the second leads you to the Heart Rate programs; and the 3 key on the right leads you to advanced programs which include the Memory and Custom programs.

  • Page 13: Getting To Know The Base Functions Of The Treadmill

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL MAXIMUM HEART RATE %. Displays your current BPM (beats per minute) percentage in relation to your maximum BPM. Go to Know your Heart Rate on page 7 for more information. If you are wearing a chest strap and are exercising in a Heart Rate program, the maximum heart rate % will be automatically shown.

  • Page 14: Pause During An Exercise

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 1.2.1. Pause during an exercise You can pause during an exercise by pressing the PAUSE key (or the STOP key on the T460XC). When this key is pressed, the motor will stop and, within seconds, the running belt will slow down to 0 mph (0 km/h). The stop is gradual, allowing the user to safely come to a complete stop.

  • Page 15: Saving An Exercise (Memory)

    This function is very useful when an exercise is particularly interesting and motivating. With all the treadmills (except the T240S), you can create a program or modify an existing one and then save it for future use, including the Heart Rate Control program.

  • Page 16: Setting Up The Computer To Your Environment

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 2. SETTING UP THE COMPUTER TO YOUR ENVIRONMENT T240P-T240C-T300-T460XC-T500 treadmills offer unique functions allowing the user to adapt the treadmill to their own environment. Because the T240S offers a simplified use, only two (2) settings can be changed.

  • Page 17: Language Selection

    The USER ID feature lets the treadmill recognize individuals and automatically enters their weight and all other required information. T240P-T240C-T300-T500 treadmills will recognize four (4) users, while the T460XC recognizes eight (8) users. Users may view their statistics or reset their statistics to zero. Using this feature means not having to enter your weight before every program because the program automatically does it for you.
  • Page 18 TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 5. Enter your weight using the INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED keys and press the JustGo key to accept. 6. Enter your age using the INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED keys and press the JustGo key to accept. 7. Press the STOP key to return to USER ID Menu.

  • Page 19: Distance Unit Selection

    2.6. WARM UP OPTION Warming up before you exercise is strongly recommended for your safety. T240P-T240C-T300-T460XC-T500 treadmills have a feature that allows you to warm up before you start your exercise program. If the WARM UP option is activated, a warm up screen will be displayed prior to each exercise.

  • Page 20: Beeper Option

    2.11. LEARN PROGRAM / CUSTOM PROGRAM Bodyguard machines allow you to create your own preprogrammed workouts. This is particularly useful if you want to define a workout profile in advance. You can now develop a program without having to actually do it. This allows, for example, personal trainers to customize individualized programs for clients.

  • Page 21: Pause Duration

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 2.12. PAUSE DURATION To modify the pause time, enter the SETTINGS Menu (see section 2.1). 1. Select the PAUSE TIME option and press the JustGo key to access it. 2. You can choose a pause time between 1 and 30 minute(s) using the INCREASE/DECREASE INCLINE keys.

  • Page 22: Incline Limits Option

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 2.17. INCLINE LIMITS OPTION You can set minimum and maximum elevation limits for your treadmill. To select this option, enter the SETTINGS Menu (see section 2.1). 1. Select the INCLINE LIMITS option and press the JustGo key to accept.

  • Page 23: Stats Key

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL Next, select the second character. Repeat the same procedure to create a User ID name. When you have finished, press the JustGo key. 3. Enter your weight using the INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED keys and press the JustGo key to accept.

  • Page 24: Clock Option

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 2.21. CLOCK OPTION The CLOCK option allows you to enter the date and time so when a workout is saved it can identify the time and date it was completed. 2.21.1. Time Set To set the time, enter the SETTINGS Menu (see section 2.1).

  • Page 25: Exercise Programs

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 3. EXERCISE PROGRAMS A program is a series of preset speed and incline levels (hills and valleys). You will get the same profile every time you select the same specific exercise program. By increasing the levels you will change the predetermined intensity. The programs allow you to monitor your progress and they add fun and interest to your exercise.

  • Page 26: Program Level

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL PROGRAM LEVEL Some programs have 5 individual exercise levels. Level 1 is the easiest and Level 5 is the most difficult. This feature allows you to alter the intensity of your workout. Here are the programs where you can select intensity levels: Hill program, Weight Loss program, Cardiovascular program, Speed Run program, Random program, Interval program.

  • Page 27: Hill Program

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL Alternatively, to select the Manual program on a T460XC: 1. Press GENERAL PROGRAMS key repeatedly until you select the Manual program. Press JustGo 2. Follow steps 2 and 3 mentioned above. 3.3. HILL PROGRAM The Hill program provides incline changes at a constant speed. The preprogrammed hill profile will cause the running belt to elevate and descend at various points during your exercise.

  • Page 28: Calorie Goal Program

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 3.5. CALORIE GOAL PROGRAM The Calorie Goal program provides preprogrammed hill and speed profiles. The preprogrammed hill profile raises or lowers the treadmill at various times as you exercise. The programmed speed profile changes your speed. You can change the speed and incline during the exercise if you find it too easy or too hard.

  • Page 29: Random Program

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL To select the Interval program on a T240P-T240C-T300-T460XC-T500: 1. Press the INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED keys until you can select the Interval program. Press the JustGo key. 2. Choose your level using the INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED keys. Press the JustGo key to accept.

  • Page 30: Speed Run Program

    NOTE – This program requires wearing the heart beating frequency chest strap which enables the treadmill running belt to change speed and incline so as to adjust to your target frequency. This strap is available at your authorized Bodyguard Fitness dealer or from Bodyguard Fitness’ Customer Service Department (888-407-3784).

  • Page 31: Heart Rate Interval Program

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL “UNSTABLE HR, PLEASE CHECK CHEST STRAP''. Please note that if the heart frequency receiver does not detect a signal for two (2) minutes, the program will stop. CAUTION – If the pace is too fast for your fitness level and you are unable to keep up, press STOP to stop the program.

  • Page 32: Fitness Test

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 3.13. FITNESS TEST The Fitness Test is a custom-made submaximal test designed to help you achieve your goals by measuring your cardio- respiratory fitness. Maximal oxygen uptake (VO Max) is defined as the maximum volume of oxygen that can be taken up, distributed and used by the body during physical activity.

  • Page 33: Cardiovascular Program

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL At the end of the test, to the stage the user has finished the program corresponds to a VO2 Max. After the cool down period, the result of the VO2 Max gets indicated on screen like: ‘’VO2 MAX IS XX.X’’, switching every 2 seconds with the message: “EXCELLENT RATING”...

  • Page 34: Track Program

    The central information window shows how many laps you have covered during your workout. Inclines are seldom found on sports tracks, but you can use them on treadmills. Feel free to change the incline during your program.

  • Page 35: Turbo Training Program

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 3.18. TURBO TRAINING PROGRAM The Turbo Training program has been designed for track runners who wish to simulate HIGH ACCELERATION interval workouts. This program allows users to choose their own interval distance, number of laps, running pace, recovery time and the desired recovery pace just like in the Runner’s Intervals program.

  • Page 36: Heart Rate Monitoring

    • Interference with other signals 4.2. HEART RATE CHEST STRAP The Bodyguard Fitness Heart Rate Control System inside every T240S-T240P-T240C-T300-T460XC-T500 treadmill has been specifically designed for use with the heart rate chest strap. The chest strap enables the computer to monitor your heart rate or beats per minute (BPM).
  • Page 37 All Bodyguard Fitness machines are compatible with Cardiosport or Polar wireless heart rate monitor systems. Each system comprises a chest strap and a receiver. The receiver is built into the machine. Chest straps are available at all Bodyguard Fitness retailers. If you are having problems with signal reception, consult the troubleshooting checklist below.

  • Page 38: Computer Diagnostics

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 5. COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS Accessing the DIAGNOSTICS Menu on a T240S: 1. Turn power OFF. 2. Simultaneously hold down the INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED keys and turn power ON. 3. Release the INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED keys once you are in the DIAGNOSTICS Menu.

  • Page 39: Nvram Test

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 5.1. NVRAM TEST The NVRAM is a memory chip that saves information even when the computer is OFF. This test lets you know whether everything is working formally. Note that the NVRAM (non-volatile memory) test will not erase any stored information, such as saved program profiles and various user IDs.

  • Page 40: Safety Key Test

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 5.6. SAFETY KEY TEST The safety key test allows you to see if the key is working properly. 1. Enter the DIAGNOSTICS Menu, select SAFETY KEY TEST and press the JustGo key to accept. 2. Insert the key and check the screen. If the key in inserted correctly, a ‘’SAFETY KEY ON’’ will appear on the LCD screen.

  • Page 41: Current Test

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 5.9. CURRENT TEST The current test allows you to see motor voltage and current. 1. Enter the DIAGNOSTICS Menu, select CURRENT TEST (T240S: select “d2”) and press JustGo to accept. The motor will start and the belt will reach a speed of 2.0 mph (or 3.2 km/h).

  • Page 42: Maintenance

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 5.13. MAINTENANCE The maintenance menu allows you to see the average value of the current drawn by the motor. It also allows you to reset this counter. A first threshold has been set to make sure that the normal high limit of current drawn by the motor will not be exceeded.
  • Page 43 TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 6. Press this button and hold it down for 3 seconds. The platform will start moving (up). As soon as the platform starts moving, release the button and the calibration will perform on its own (it will last close to 1 minute).

  • Page 44: Maintenance Information

    Make sure that each handle bar is secure on the frame. • Do not use any lubricating product other than the Bodyguard product. • Place a carpet or rubber mat under the treadmill to avoid any build up of debris from your exercise shoes. Under extreme •...

  • Page 45: Lubricant Application

    TREADMILLS – OWNER’S MANUAL 6.3. LUBRICANT APPLICATION NOTE – It is important to only use Bodyguard Fitness authorized lubricant. IMPORTANT: It is recommended to clean and lubricate the belt and deck surface if the treadmill has not been operated for a period of 3 months or more.

  • Page 46: Error Codes

    • drive board or potential problem with the motor drive board or the computer. Problem on the motor drive board. • Possible cause: Defective motor drive board / Contact your Bodyguard Dealer. • Error 52 • Possible cause: The main motor wires are not well connected to the motor drive board / •...

  • Page 47: Usb Port Updates

    4. When it says ‘’REMOVE USB KEY’’, you can remove the key. Your software is now updated to the latest revision. 6.8. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS North America The treadmills has been tested and approved to meet all ETL requirements for electrical and mechanical safety. In addition, the treadmills are compliant with UL 1647 and CAN/CSA STD 60335-1. International The equipment listed in this manual has been tested to meet the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC concerning electrical and mechanical safety.
  • Page 48 Our mission remains unchanged. Bodyguard has received many industry Au l des ans, Bodyguard s’est vu décerner par l’industrie de nombreux prix accolades and is regarded as one of the top brands of tness machinery in pour la conception et l’excellence de ses produits et s’est également illustré...

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